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In the early 1900s, Au Lapin Agile, a charming cabaret in Montmartre was the hangout spot for thinkers and artists like Picasso. “Au Lapin Agile” is also an expensive Picasso painting which interestingly was painted for the owner of the cabaret in exchange for free meals. At least that’s what our walking guide told me. While we have our Starbucks...
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Yves M, Gérant at Au Lapin Agile, responded to this review

Thanks for sharing your comment! There was back then a spontaneous solidarity and love for artistic expression and a table in the room was "reserved" for the artists who cheered up the audience with their own contribution with poems or songs, sometimes a sculpture or a painting... To join the table you had to prove your artistic value at an...
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After enjoying a night at Au Lapin Agile two years ago, when we visited Paris this month, we just had to go back!
This should be a 'must' for anyone who likes chansons. The charming atmosphere in the historic cabaret is very special indeed, and one often founds oneself thrown back into Paris of decades ago!
I have seen quite...
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I read the reviews beforehand and thought I knew what to expect, but still this wasn't that impressive to me. I have seen a lot of shows in Paris of all kinds and generally enjoyed them all. This may be an authentic old cabaret, but it disappoints by today's standards. It really wasn't anything more than a group of people...
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First of all - you must understand French in order to enjoy this amazing cabaret! All songs and explanations and everything is in French. This was quite a shock for my friend who came with me. She left early because she didn't get any of the jokes! However, if you do understand French, this is a must do. You will...
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I assume the show is changing quite often, when we were there 8 staff were singing & playing
They clearly delivered the promise
I assume that sitting when the room is packed isnt fun
ALL songs & talks are in French - we dont know a word......

This is the place if you want to experience proper french music
We felt like we moved in time. The music is brilliant but be aware they will not let you leave if you want to go earlier
The place is like it was in 1930, rough but that is not a point. You cme to listen to the songs...
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I am embarrassed to say that I have never been inside Lapin Agile. However, the outside is a lovely landmark worth seeing. More to the point, the walk there, sadly, up a hill, is worth every sore muscle. The sort of neighborhood most tourists don't see and, at the top, right near Lapin Agile, there are wonderful views. Go a...
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Romantic location, great idea, vastly better than soulless cancan shows. However. Not much consideration for audience - wooden benches, limited chance to take a loobreak or get another drink. Unfriendly rigid schoolmaster directing the whole thing. Some really boring solo sessions. Let the younger people take it over!

Staying in Montmartre

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Montmartre

Montmartre is a bustling mix of cultures, colours, and styles which changes from one street to another. Ride the funicular (or, for a real workout, climb the steps) to the sublime Sacré-Coeur (Basilica of the Sacred Heart) with its inspiring view of the city. The church is surrounded by provincial streets and piano bars where tourists, artists, and street entertainers thrive. At the foot of the hill, Boulevard de Clichy features shops not intended for young audiences, while residences are scattered to the north and east. The diverse population includes a large part from the Arab-speaking world, Africa, and Turkey. It’s a corner of Paris full of life and dynamism with charms that can’t be found anywhere else.

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